2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Rio | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |